The first half ended 0-0, setting the stage for Morocco's historic 2-0 victory in the second half. Belgium vs. Morocco Highlights | 2022 FIFA World Cup

The first half was characterized by Belgium's territorial dominance and Morocco's disciplined defensive shape.

: In stoppage time (45+2'), Hakim Ziyech appeared to give Morocco the lead with a whipped free-kick that beat Thibaut Courtois at the near post. However, following a VAR review , the goal was disallowed because Romain Saïss was ruled offside and judged to be obstructing the goalkeeper's view. Half-Time Summary Stats Score Possession Shots (Total) Consistent pressure Limited counterattacks Key Event Batshuayi shot saved Ziyech goal disallowed (VAR)

: Michy Batshuayi forced an early save from Morocco's goalkeeper, Munir Mohamedi , who was a last-minute replacement for Yassine Bounou just before kickoff.

: Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne and Eden Hazard attempted to orchestrate the midfield, while Morocco relied on the pace of Hakim Ziyech and Achraf Hakimi for counterattacking threats.

The video "BEL vs MOR - First-Half - Bein.mp4" features the opening period of the Group F match between and Morocco at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, held at Al Thumama Stadium . First-Half Match Overview

: Belgium controlled roughly 65-69% of the possession during the first half, comfortably moving the ball but struggling to break down Morocco's "mid to low block".